Registered Nurse (RN) - Operating Room

AdventHealth; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 91,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth is seeking a Registered Nurse to assess patients, develop and implement care plans, administer treatments, and collaborate with the interdisciplinary team in a day shift setting in Louisville.

Candidates must hold an Associate's Degree in Nursing with BLS and RN licensure, demonstrate strong communication, and be proficient with EMR/EHR systems. Experience in medical-surgical units is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required for RN licensure; Bachelors preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and with patients and families.
• Experience with EMR/EHR documentation and hospital systems.

Responsibilities

• Assess patient conditions and develop individualized care plans with interdisciplinary team.
• Administer medications and treatments per protocols.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust care plans accordingly.
• Document care activities accurately in medical records.
• Educate patients and families on health conditions and post-discharge care.
• Collaborate with healthcare team to ensure coordinated care.
• Maintain sterile environments and follow safety protocols.
• Perform IVs, wound care, catheterization, and specimen collection.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

English proficiency

EMR charting

Nursing knowledge

Computer literacy

Team collaboration

Education

Associate's Degree in Nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Tools

Nova Glucose Monitor

I-STAT

EHR systems

IV pumps

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule:

PRN

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

100 HEALTH PARK DR

City:

LOUISVILLE

State:

Colorado

Postal Code:

80027

Job Description:

Posting End Date: 11/17/2026

Pursuant to state law, Colorado candidates will be eligible for sick leave.

• Assess patient conditions and needs through comprehensive evaluations to develop individualized care plans.
• Develop and implement patient care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team, ensuring comprehensive and continuous care.
• Administer medications and treatments accurately and safely according to prescribed protocols.
• Monitor and evaluate patient progress continuously, adjusting care plans as necessary to ensure optimal outcomes.
• Document patient care activities meticulously to maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records.
• Educate patients and families about health conditions, treatments, and post-discharge care to promote understanding and compliance.
• Advocate for patient safety by identifying potential risks and implementing preventive measures.
• Collaborate with healthcare team members to ensure coordinated and effective patient care.
• Maintain sterile environment and adhere to safety protocols to prevent infection and ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
• Perform therapeutic and diagnostic interventions such as IVs, wound care, medication administration, catheterization, and specimen collections.
• Provide emotional and physical support to patients and their families during recovery.
• Engage in quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient care quality, safety, and efficiency.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Excellent interpersonal skill set, demonstrating compassion and respect to patients and family undergoing stressful procedures and treatments. [Required]
• Works independently, self-motivated, takes direction from physician and management to complete assignments. [Required]
• Maintain safe knowledge of equipment, procedures, supplies, computer, IV pumps, NOVA Glucose monitor, I-STAT, Immediate use sterilization policy and procedures. [Required]
• Must be proficient in English [Required]
• Ability to communicate effectively [Required]
• EMR charting [Required]
• Computer literate [Preferred]
• Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems [Preferred]
• Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care that addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, safety, and age-appropriate needs of the patient population served within the department [Required]
• Organizational [Required]
• Verbal Interpersonal [Required]
• Customer Relations [Required]
• Grammar/Spelling [Required]
• Read/Comprehend written instructions [Required]
• Follow verbal instructions [Required]
• Keyboarding (manual) [Required]
• Computer (visual) [Required]
• Nursing skills and knowledge base specific to specialty [Preferred]

Education:

• Associate's of Nursing [Required]
• Bachelor's of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 1+ year medical surgical experience [Required]
• 1+ year surgery experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Registered Nurse (RN) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

(Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$35.39 - $65.82

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.